A/N: The nicknames of Addy Joe and Billy Jay are the creation of Rhiannamator and are used with her express permission. Thank you. I hope you continue to enjoy the story! All the best, Lady Dragonsblood.

Michael Cole removed his headset, he was still furious. "I thought we were friends! You could have warned me! I would have gotten a gimmick tablet! Adam that was..." Cole's mouth fell open when his own tablet appeared on the announcer's desk, completely unharmed.

Shawn and Adam broke out in laughed as Cole clutched his tablet like a newborn baby. All his anger melted away. "I should have known! Oh lord, you two are gonna be the death of me, aren't you? Honestly Adam, it's great to have you back. I've missed you. I was sorry to hear about Bret. I'm also sorry I couldn't be there, but several of us were in Europe as you know." Cole spoke in a low, soft voice. After all, there were still fans around.

Adam smiled and hugged Cole. A few fans noticed, but most were busy watching the after show antics in the ring. "I'm glad to be back. Sorry about the rib, I couldn't resist. Shawn did the switch while we argued about next week."

Cole smiled. "Having you back makes it easier to take. Great job for you too, Shawn. With both of you here ratings are bound to go back up. We're done here, gentlemen. I'll see you down the road." Cole got up and shook hands with Shawn and Adam. He then headed backstage.

"He's a good sport. I think I will get him a new cover for his tablet..." Adam spoke as he and Shawn headed towards the backstage area. He continued. "I owe you as well, Shawn. I know you don't go for fancy, I don't either, but, I'd like to buy you a nice dinner sometime. Maybe up in Buffalo?" Adam smiled softly, his green eyes still shone with excitement.

Shawn never got a chance to respond. The moment they got backstage, Adam was swept away by the roster, lead by Jason and Heath. Shawn smiled, Adam looked so happy as he was surrounded.

Jason hugged Adam. "You bastard! You coulda told me! Doesn't matter, I'm glad you're here. You look so good. I hated to leave you, but I knew Shawn would be better and I'd be in the way. I hope I was right." He spoke low in Adam's ear. It was nobody's business what Adam had been through.

"Yeah, it was for the best. We'll talk later, in private." Adam whispered back with promise.

Adam was swept into Chris Jericho's arms next. The old friends hugged and then Chris introduced Adam to the newest roster member, AJ Styles.

"Such and honor to meet you, Edge. You were one of the reasons I wanted to wrestle. I'm so sorry about Bret. I would have liked to have met him. I know I'm new here, but I guess I can say it, welcome back, brother." AJ shook Adam's hand. He had an awe filled look on his face.

Adam held in a sigh. He should have realized people would want to mention Bret. Adam knew they meant well, so he listened.

"The pleasure is mine, AJ. I'm just Adam back here. You're very good in the ring. Great match with old man Jericho. Thank you, Bret would have liked your style. It would of reminded him of Owen. Welcome to you, too." Adam was friendly and happy. He could relax later.

The crowd of wrestlers parted as Vince and Hunter approached Adam. The elder statesman of wrestling spoke. "You did great. A few little things here and there, but that will settle with time. You and Shawn are gonna drive Cole crazy and, ratings were up. Boys, I know you're glad to see Adam, but don't swamp him. Hunter?" Vince looked at his second in command. Vince gave Adam a hug and went to his office.

"I agree. You and Shawn were fantastic. We'll meet tomorrow sometime, talk about some of the ideas Vince had. The rest of you, as usual, SmackDown taping tomorrow then we leave for the north eastern loop. Mandatory meeting at ten in catering. See you all tomorrow." Hunter spoke seriously, and as the second in command that he was.

All the boys hugged Adam again, then one by one they went to the locker rooms to shower and change. Jason and Heath arranged to meet with Adam for breakfast after their morning workout.

Adam appreciated that Jason wanted to wait till morning to talk. Jason knew he liked to decompress. Adam was suddenly exhausted. It was also strange not to go to the locker room.

"Tired, darlin'?" Shawn's voice asked softly as he suddenly appeared next to Adam. He'd been watching from the background. He was worried, nearly everyone had mentioned something about Bret.

Adam nodded. "Yeah, I am. Are you... are we... still roomies?" He looked at Shawn with tired eyes. The happiness was still there, but Shawn could also see sadness.

"Of course, why wouldn't we be? Come on, lets go. We can order room service, you need to eat." Shawn put his arm around Adam's shoulder and led the blond out of the arena. New York, like Chicago was one of the few cities where they stayed to film SmackDown.

Shawn and Adam went out the back door of the arena, and crossed the street. For the first time, Adam used the front door of the hotel. There were a few people in the lobby. Only one fan asked for autographs. Both Edge and HBK obliged. Adam never cared how tired he was, he always signed for a fan. He knew how much it meant to someone for him to scribble out his name.

Before they changed, Adam and Shawn sat on the couch and looked at the menu for the hotel restaurant. They both opted for simple burgers, fries and vanilla milkshakes. Shawn called in the order, then both he and Adam went to change.

By the time the food arrived, Adam and Shawn were both dressed in loose tee shirts and comfy sweat pants. Adam got the door and paid for the room service. The two friends sat on the couch to eat, it was more comfortable.

"So, you really did great. I knew you would be perfect for commentary. I was proud of you, darlin'. I know..." Shawn was halted by a small cry from Adam.

"Please, Shawn. I... can't hear his name one more time tonight, I just can't. That's the one thing I didn't think about, how many... I hope he is proud..." Adam's words faded. He put down the delicious burger he'd been eating.

Shawn reached over and caressed Adam's face. "I know. I saw and I heard. I won't say his name, but you most certainly made him proud. Did you feel the building when you made your entrance? It shook like an earthquake... Adam, eat... please..." His voice changed from worried to one of encouragement.

Adam's head hung down and he sniffed. "I felt so good and so happy. I really was, now why do I feel like the world caved in. I'm... I'm... missing him so damn much right now..." Adam's fingers toyed with a french fry, to keep himself from crying his eyes out.

Shawn pulled Adam into a hug. "It's gonna be alright, darlin'. Just one of those bad moments, it will pass..." He picked up one of Adam's fries and teased it across Adam's lips. "Come on... open the round house, here comes the choo-choo train." His voice held a sing-song tone as he teased Adam.

Adam couldn't help but laugh. Shawn was just wonderful. He gave a puppyish growl and snapped at the french fry. He bit it and chewed.

"That's my big boy. Eat all your dinner and I'll give you a treat." Shawn again teased the younger man.

That was enough to make Adam bust a gut with laughter. Once again, Shawn made a bad thing good. Adam chewed the fry and washed it down with a sip of milkshake.

"Will you stop! I'm not three years old! But you always make me laugh. Say... um... not to bring you down now, but how did it go? Breaking your news?" Adam asked Shawn with concern on his face.

Shawn gave Adam a smile. "It was good. Of course people were shocked, but I explained the truth. Better now than later, you know. I also didn't mention Seth, no point, it will get out eventually. Your coming back helped deflect the news as well."

"At least I could help in some way. Anymore news about Jeff?" Adam asked as he took another bite of his burger.

Shawn shook his head. "No, I didn't hear anything. I'll ask Hunter tomorrow. We didn't have much of a chance to talk wrestling business. Would you go out with him if he comes back?" His brow arched with curiosity.

"No... well... yes... I know. I'm confuzzled again..." Adam laughed at the look of utter annoyance Shawn flashed him. Adam always said yes and no, it confused poor Shawn.

"What I mean is... Yes, I would go out with him, but no, not as a date. My dating days are over, I've had my great romance, Shawn." Adam managed to sound both sad and wistful.

Shawn finished chewing his last bite of burger and swallowed. "Darlin', you're too young to be in life long widower's weeds. Bret didn't want you to be alone. He was so fearful you would close your heart. Not saying at all that Jeff should be a romance. I'm saying Bret wanted you to find love again. I know he told you that as well."

Adam arched his brow at Shawn. "You and Bret talked more than I realized. I know, we did talk about it. I agreed not to give up on love, but only to make Bret feel better. I could never love again. What about you, Shawn? Can you love again?" Adam's voice had a bit of a saucy tone.

Shawn narrowed his eyes. "No need to be saucy, young man. I'm older. I'm fifty. I don't need another romance at my age. I might date people, but no romance." He spoke firmly and wadded his napkin.

Adam looked shocked. "Bret was fifty, he was still full of romance. You deserve to be loved, Shawn. I'll make a deal with you. I won't shut my heart if you won't." Adam really did want Shawn to be happy and perhaps find the love he deserved. No matter how many times they talked about the subject, he felt the same.

Shawn shook his head. "You can be really naughty you know? How did Bret put up with your bratty butt? We'll see what happens, lets just... take what life brings us, shall we?" He gave Adam a smile.

Adam crossed his arms over his chest and pouted like a petulant child. "Am not a brat!" He huffed as well, it only added to the childishness.

Shawn could only break out in laughter, Adam was simply adorable. When Shawn began to laugh, Adam grinned, then laughed as well. There was just something about the way Shawn laughed, that made you want to join in.

They finished the evening chatting about RAW and what went right and what mistakes they made. At one in the morning, Shawn and Adam bid each other goodnight and went to their separate rooms.

Adam was worried he'd have a nightmare, with all the talk of Bret, but he slept soundly, exhausted from his return to the WWE.

Shawn was up at five and went for his run. One thing about New York City he did like, Central Park. It had a great running path and obstacle course he enjoyed using. Shawn was going to make Adam with him, but when he opened Adam's bedroom door, Adam was curled up and looked so peaceful and clam, he let the younger blond sleep. Shawn didn't mind too much, it meant he could spend time with God as he ran.

Adam groaned when his alarm went off at seven. He should go work out, but he didn't feel like it. He was looking forward to seeing Jason and Heath, they would be at the gym. That was the only reason he got up. He threw a towel and his shower kit in his gym bag along with jeans and a flannel shirt to change into after the work out.

Just as Adam was halfway down the hall of the hotel, Shawn stepped off the elevator. "Mornin', darlin'. Off to work out with Jason and Heath?" Shawn didn't mention about going to wake Adam up for a run.

"Yeah, didn't wanna get up, but I figured it was more time with Jason. Do we leave tonight?" Adam asked the older man in a harried tone.

"No, we don't have to leave until morning. One good thing, we don't have to be at the house shows too often, that's up to the "B" team. I'll catch up to you later, at the arena." Shawn gave Adam a nod as the elevator doors opened again.

"Okay, bye Shawnnie." Adam stepped into the elevator. He gave Shawn a wave and a smile.

Shawn watched Adam with a grin. The last person who'd called him Shawnnie was Bret. Not even Hunter had called him that, it made him feel... warm.

Jason and Heath arrived at the gym at the same time as Adam. The gym was in the hotel attached to the arena, and had been closed to the public so the WWE boys could work out in private.

The old friends greeted each other with tight hugs. Heath smiled, Jason had been so happy when he'd heard Adam was back. Heath was glad too, Adam was back with family who would love and care for him.

Adam and Jason saved their talk until breakfast so they could concentrate on their work out. Heath worked on the weight machine while Adam and Jason ran on the tread mill. After they ran, Jason, Adam and Heath spotted for each other as they lifted on the weight bench.

Jason and Adam were showered and nearly dressed as they waited for Heath to finish in the shower. Jason tied his shoe. "Glad to see you've been keeping in shape." He laughed, Adam could still out lift him. Adam simply smirked, he would always be able to out lift Jaybird.

Thirty minutes or so later, Jason, Heath and Adam were having breakfast in the venue hotel restaurant. They sat at a table in the back corner and hoped they wouldn't be disturbed by either fans or other wrestlers. The three placed their order and settled in.

"So, Ads how are you, really?" Was it awful?" Jason asked Adam. His face and eyes reflected his concern.

Adam smiled. "I'm alright. I have good days and bad days, about Bret. I have more good than bad. It got to me last night though, everybody saying sorry and that, but Shawn made me laugh..." He paused to sip his cup of coffee.

Before Adam could continue, the waitress brought their breakfast. He waited until she left to finish talking.

Adam first took a bite of pancake, then finished telling Jason and Heath about his recovery. "... So, anyway, yeah, it was bad. Thank God, Shawn had the patience of a Saint. He got me sobered up and whenever I got bitchy he made me work it out. There were some really bad moments, but that's over with. I'm done drinking, it was a stupid thing to do in the first place. I decided that I needed to be busy and creative. That's what made me decide to come back. Plus, it will give me a chance to bring the Hart Foundation to the world stage." Adam took another big bite of his breakfast.

"I'm sorry you went through all that. I should have stayed and helped." Jason spoke with regret and just poked at his plate of food.

Adam put down his fork and laid a hand on his best friend's shoulder. "No, Jaybird, you did the right thing. There was nothing you could have done. It had to be Shawn, he'd been through it. You're going to be a lot more help to me here. So don't you feel bad. I'm glad you weren't there to see it. I love you, buddy." He gave Jason a warm smile and a one armed hug.

"See Daddy, I told you. You're more help to Ads here and now..." Heath looked from Jason to Adam. "He was so torn up Ads, after he left you in Asheville. I've never seen him so upset. He realized or so he thought, he abandoned you when you needed him the most. I told him, Shawn was the best one to help. Ads is back now, Daddy. Now you can take care of him." Heath grinned at his husband.

"I.. are you really sure Addy Joe? That I did the right thing?" Jason looked at Adam with hope.

"Yes, Billy Jay. I need you more now, okay?" Adam gave Jason another hug.

Jason laughed. "Okay, okay. I'm gonna have to do something special for Shawn. He gave us our Ads back. So, are the kids happy at Shawn's?" He began to eat his breakfast with gusto.

Adam grinned brightly. "Very happy. It's like a doggie dream hotel. Joe Greene is so good with them. He even made Branny a special bed on a hay bale in the barn so he would be safe at chore time. They probably sleep on the bed with him. They won't want to leave." He spoke happily about his dogs.

"Tundra will miss the mountain when the weather changes. So, Shawn really is okay? See, I kept my mouth shut." Jason smirked at Adam playfully.

"I know, Jaybird. You can keep the big secrets. It's been hard on Shawn. I think it's the failure at making their marriage work that bothers him. Otherwise, he really is happier. Hunter detested the ranch, but Shawn thrives on it. He was so... content and happy. I'd never seen him like that... he was... charming... simply charming. He does so much for others. He grows crops and donates meat to the homeless by the tons. Shaw is truly special." Adam spoke with respect and admiration gleamed in his eyes.

Heath cocked his head, he heard something else in Adam's voice when he spoke of Shawn, but, then again, he couldn't be sure. But, if he was right... it would be perfect. He decided to keep his eyes and ears open, if there was a chance, he'd try to help it along.

"Petal? Hey... you there?" Jason gave Heath a nudge. He'd been speaking to Heath, but his husband appeared to be lost in a faraway thought.

Heath shook himself and stared at Jason. "Huh? Sorry, I was.. what did you say?" Heath kept his thought about Adam and Shawn to himself. No need to raise a hornets nest, yet.

"Adam asked if we'd heard anything about Jeff. I said you might have heard something?" Jason explained what he and Adam had been discussing.

"Oh... nothing new really. I know he wants to come back and Hunter has been working on a contract. Jeff is gonna have to face a lot of drug testing if he does come back. From what AJ Styles says, Jeff and Matt are really at odds with each other. AJ said they had real fight after TNA a month or so ago, or so. Matty gave Jeff a black eye. It's been building for a long time, you know. When Jeff broke his leg and Matt was finally tapped to be the TNA champion, he got the big head and rubbed it in Jeff's face. Problem was, Jeff was truly pleased for Matt. Matt took it as Jeff mocking him, and well... that's all I know." Heath took a big bite of his biscuits and gravy.

Adam and Jason stared at Heath, then looked at each other. Adam lips quirked. "Quite the fount of information. Thank you, Heath. I can believe all that. Matt has always been jealous of Jeff. But, he's brought it on himself. Despite Jeff's problems, he's put in ten times more effort than Matt. Jeff's worked hard for it, Matt wanted it handed to him." Adam spoke in a thoughtful tone.

Jason nodded. "Yeah, agreed. Remember, Jeff would always want to work out our matches, but Matt just said call it in the ring. Listen... Adam... if he does come back... just be careful, okay?" He gave Adam a serious glare.

"I will. I'm not under any circumstances looking for a boyfriend, romance or anything else. A dinner or a movie maybe, but don't worry, I don't want anyone else in my life." Adam spoke with a firm voice and hard glare. He wanted Jason to know he was serious.

Jason frowned. "Well, not with Jeff, but... Addy Joe, you need someone in your life. Bret wouldn't..." Jason was stopped by a frustrated Adam.

"Stop, please, just stop. I could never replace Bret. I know he wanted me to find love again, but... I just... can't... leave it please? Please?" Adam begged with all his heart. He didn't want to hear it anymore.

Jason patted Adam's shoulder. "Okay honey, okay. We only want you happy. Change of subject. We have to leave after the show tonight, to drive to Philly for the live show. Want to come with us?" He gave Adam a smile.

Adam shook his head. "No thanks. I don't have to go on the whole loop. Part of why I agreed to come back, much less travel. Shawn and I have agreed to be road wives, well, spouses, his word not mine." Adam laughed.

Heath chuckled. "Yeah, nothing wifely about Shawn. That's good though. You guys get along, and I'm sure he's still helping you. Where do you go next then?" Heath took his last bite of breakfast.

"Syracuse on Friday. We're going to do some stuff for TV. Then, of course, Buffalo for RAW. I think Shawn wants to avoid the jet for a while. He's not too fond of flying, and um... Hunter always flies on the company jet. I don't mind driving. So, we'll give it a go." Adam explained with his last bite of pancake.

"Yeah, poor guy. He nearly broke my hand when we flew to Asheville." Jason said with a laugh and shake of his head.

"I know. Mine too when we flew up here. Well, I guess I'd better get going, you guys have that meeting. I think I'll wander over later as well. Oh, and if you can... tell the boys... I don't... Bret..." Adam wasn't sure how to say what he wanted to say without sounding rude.

"Don't worry, I understand. I'll do what I can. Chances are, now that they've said it, they will be done with it. Yeah, we need to get moving. See you later." Jason gave Adam a hug as they stood to leave. Adam and Heath hugged as well. Adam loved Heath, he was so good for Jason.

When Adam got back to his hotel, he found a note from Shawn. "Hey darlin'. Come to the venue as soon as you can. We need to do some local spots and package narrations. Nothing major, just some gotta dos. See you soon, S.M."

Adam grinned, even in writing he was darlin'. It made Adam feel warm and special. He folded the note and put it in his pocket. Adam changed into a button down shirt and put on a suit jacket. He picked out a pair of casual Armani sunglasses. Adam had entered the hotel, Edge walked out of it.

Adam was relieved when got to the Garden. No one mentioned Bret. Either Jay and Heath had spread the word or it was like Jay said, now that they had given their condolences it was over.

One of the crewmen directed Adam to the room that had been set up as a small television studio. It was where advance TV promos would be filmed, or local station ads would be made. Also, video packages for upcoming matches would have voice overs added. Sometimes they had to redo audio for taped shows like SmackDown or Main Event. So much behind the scenes work that fans never saw or heard about.

The "ON AIR" sign was lit, so Adam waited outside in the hallway. He didn't mind, it was quiet down the studio hallway. Adam loved being back with the boys, but he needed to ease back into it. After a few years of it being just him and Bret, crowds made Adam anxious. At heart, Adam was a very shy soul.

When the door to the recording area opened Adam beamed. "Uncle Adam!" Curt Hawkins yelled as did Zack Ryder. Both men lept at Adam and hugged him tight. Adam hugged them just as hard in return.

The two budding Superstars had been part of a program Edge had done while he was "married" to Vickie Guerrero. Curt and Zack at the time had long blond hair, and dressed like Edge. They could jump in the ring and if they worked it right, the ref would never notice, and think it was Edge. Much like the Bella twins and their "twin magic". Curt and Zack had been Adam's kids ever since. Adam had helped them to keep working.

"So good to see you kids. I am so proud of both of you. Like I told you, if you want it, you'll get it. Keep pluggin' away. So what are you doing?" Adam asked with a bright eyed, happy smile.

Curt spoke first. "I'm not going to renew my contract. I really want to open my own wrestling school, be at home. I've had enough, Uncle Adam. I want to help others achieve their dreams. Gonna call it, Create a Pro Wrestling School. I've already got investors, and a property over in Jersey. What do you think?" Curt looked at Adam with hope filled eyes. His voice was filled with passion.

"If that what's in your heart, then I am all for it. You'll make a great teacher, you have the patience for it. Tell you what, if you want and when your ready, I'll come do a clinic for you, autographs, the works. Maybe I can get a couple of the others to join me. I can't do any actual wrestling, but I can still give a clinic on other things." Adam grinned. He'd do anything to help Curt and Zack. They had worked so hard to help him, now maybe he could repay them.

Curt's face split with a wide smile. "You'd really do that for me, Uncle Adam? I'd love that! Thanks! It won't be for a while. I still have four months on my current contract. Hunter said, if I get some good students, he'd send the NXT trainers to look at them. I love you, Adam. I'm here for you anytime." He gave Adam a warm hug.

"Zack, I'm proud of you too! Look, I won't mention him often, but you need to know. When you won the US Championship, Bret was so damn proud of you, and of course I cried like a baby. What's happening with you?" Adam asked with the same smile he had for Curt.

Zack sighed. "Not much, to be honest. Well, no, that's not exactly true... I'm being sent down to NXT. They just... don't have a storyline for me here. It happens, I know. If I could, I'd go with Curt, but I have two more years." He tried to sound okay, but he was downhearted.

Adam laid a hand on Zack's shoulder. "Listen son, we've all been there. Even Shawn had down spells. Look at it like this, use your time at NXT to help the new guys and gals. Show Hunter that you would make a great trainer. Remember, you were helped, so pay it forward, rewards will come. Trust me. We all know Cena is corny, but never give up, and hustle, respect and loyalty do pay off in the end. Hang in there now, I'll be here if you need me." He spoke firmly but with love and affection in his eyes.

Zack hugged Adam. Zack held the older man tightly. "I'm so glad your back, Uncle Adam. I love you, too. I won't give up. I still want this, I will have this." His attitude changed. Being around Adam made him feel more confident.

Zack and Curt were called away by another crew member. They had to go to a personal appearance at a nearby school.

Shawn had watched Adam as he spoke with Zack and Curt. He smiled, Adam was so good at encouraging the two younger men. Shawn would help Adam give a clinic at Curt's new school, he too liked to promote younger talent, despite what people thought.

When Zack and Curt left, Shawn called to Adam. "Hey, you got my note. They want us to do some new bump promos. Shouldn't take too long." Shawn explained as he motioned for Adam to enter the recording room.

"Gosh, I'm going to have to learn a new language. I know some of it, but what the heck is a bump promo?" Adam asked Shaw in a low whisper, he didn't want anyone to think he was stupid.

Shawn smiled. "It's okay. I'm learning too. A bump promo is what a television station or the network plays just before a program starts. Something like; up next on USA network, Monday Night RAW at eight, seven central. See?" He too responded in a low tone.

Adam smacked his forehead. "Oh, duh. I knew that. Just didn't know the technical name. We also do those local things like; up next on KYNY...?" He looked at Shawn with an arched brow.

"Exactly, darlin'. These are the stations. So put on your Edge head and go be wonderful. I've already done mine. When you're done, you have to do a heel interview with Seth. Then I'm doing the face interviews with Dean and Roman. I'm going to get a coffee, you want one, darlin'?" Shawn asked from the door.

"Yes, please..." Adam paused and went to where Shawn stood. Adam hugged the older man. "Shawnnie, thank you... for... saving my life." He hugged Shawn a grin and went over to the camera and sound men, prepared to work.

Shawn closed the door, with a soft smile on his face. Adam really was a darlin', and it didn't hurt that he was a real pleasure to look at. Shawn shook his thoughts as he went to catering. Why did he find himself thinking like that... about Bret's widower.

When Shawn returned, the recording light was off. He entered the room. Adam had a headset around his neck and was going over his next set of bumper promos. Adam grinned when Shawn handed him a cup of coffee.

Before Adam could thank him, Joey Styles, the media content director and Tom Stewart, the cameraman both gushed over Adam and Shawn.

"I always knew Edge had good mic skills but he's a wonder at this. One take! Every time!" Joey beamed as he spoke.

"And he looks great doing it! Shawn, we gotta give him more to do!" Tom Stewart added with his own wide smile.

Adam turned an adorable shade of pink as he flushed at the compliments. Shawn grinned like a proud parent. He walked over to Adam.

"Proud of you, darlin'. Now, show me this hidden talent. Maybe you can teach an old dog some new tricks." Shawn gave Adam a gentle, one armed hug.

Adam flashed Shawn a look of disbelief. "You are not old! Nor are you a dog! You're a sexy boy!" He smirked and bobbed his head in his Edgiest way.

Shawn rolled his eyes. "I can see, we need a tire and sledgehammer. I'm sure Hunter will let me borrow Mister Sledgie, or maybe I'll just turn you over my knee." He had a firm, strict tone, but his eyes gleamed with mirth.

Adam laughed. "I'll do an extra mile in the morning... Boy Toy." Adam yelped when Shawn swatted his butt with the wooden clip board he had in his hand.

Everyone in the room laughed at Edge and HBK's antics. Privately, the three crewmen thought it had been ages since they'd seen Shawn so light hearted and they knew it was much better for Adam to be happy than sad and mourning for Bret.

Shawn and Adam finished their short promos. Adam then did his interview with Seth Rollins. Seth's character had turned on his teammates, Dean and Roman. Seth had joined the "evil" Authority, run by Hunter and Stephanie. It had been a vile and shocking thing for the fans of the WWE Universe. Seth was hated; badly.

Edge interviewed Seth in his Cutting Edge Show format. Edge had been through what Seth was going through now. He so skillfully turned the situation that in the end, Seth looked like a saint, with Dean and Roman as the heels. It was a brilliant bit of television and fantastic acting skills on the part of both Adam and Seth.

Shawn had stayed to watch so he would know how to conduct his "face" interview with Dean and Roman. Shawn approached the two "heels" as they sipped their coffee.

"Seth, that was great and Adam, what can I say? Vince is going to absolutely love it! Hunter will be proud of you as well." Shawn gave both Adam and Seth congratulatory hugs. Seth was a bit taken aback.

"Thanks, Shawn. I appreciate that... I thought... thank you." Seth was humbled by Shawn's gracious attitude.

Shawn smiled. "I told you, Seth, I am okay with you. There is just one thing I ask. Don't hurt him. Hunter is a good man." Shawn spoke his last sentence softly. It was for Seth's ears only.

Seth looked at Shawn in earnest. "Never, Shawn. I suppose I shouldn't say this to you... but I really love him, Shawn."

"I'm glad, Seth. There is nothing for you to fear about loving someone. You have more in common with him. I know he is probably celebrating the fact he'll never have to go to the ranch again. I'll get my things out of the house next week, when we're back in Florida. If anything is in your way, just put it all in the brown guest room. It won't upset me, I promise. Well, now I have to try and redeem the damage you and Edgemeister did to poor Dean and Roman. Take care, brother." Shawn gave Seth a little hug and used the wrestling term of respect; brother.

Seth grinned brightly and opened the door. Dean and Roman came in. The three friends exchanged greetings. Shawn went to speak to Adam.

"What can I call my show?" Shawn bit his lip thoughtfully. He could create a dream match and a story to go with it, but he lacked the creative skills to think of name for his show.

Adam laughed. "How soon we forget. Um... remember... The Heartbreak Hotel?"

"Yeah, Shawn, we found the old animation intro. If Vince likes it, we'll make a new, updated intro." Joey Styles added to the conversation.

Shawn shook his head. "Well... I barely remember it... I was pretty well messed up them. But, duh, I should have thought of it. Okay, let's get this done." He clapped his hands. At least this time he wasn't stoned, drunk and naked in a bubble bath to do his show.

Shawn led a fantastic interview with Dean and Roman. Dean and Roman got so emotional as they spoke of their brother's betrayal. Adam knew he'd lost the battle when a lone tear tracked down Dean Ambrose's face.

Adam and Shawn were on their way to catering. "That was amazing. You got Ambrose to cry. The fans are gonna boo poor Seth out of the building. You'd better warn Hunter." Adam was half joking, half serious.

"Yeah, I think you're right. Well, I guess Edge still has issues with HBK. Oh, I spoke to Joe this morning. He said the kids are fine, but Branny is missing you." Shawn showed Adam the cell phone pictures Joe had sent that morning of Adam's dogs.

Shawn was surprised when Adam vanished from his side with a yelp. When he turned around to see what had happened, he found himself growling with jealousy.

Adam was arm in arm, lip to lip with none other than Jeffery Nero Hardy.

Jeff Hardy had indeed returned to the WWE.